WJEC Maths for AS: Applied sample

6 The contents of this study and revision guide are designed to guide you through to success in the Applied Mathematics component of the WJEC Mathematics for AS Level: Applied examination. It has been written by an experienced author and teacher. This book has been written speciϐically for the WJEC AS course you are taking and includes everything you need to know to perform well in your exams. Knowledge and Understanding 147 Introduction Dynamics is the branch of mechanics concerned with the motion of bodies under the action of forces. This topics looks at a set of laws called Newton’s laws of motion and how forces can change the motion of particles. This topic covers the following: 8.1 Newton’s laws of motion 8.2 Types of force 8.3 Lifts accelerating, decelerating and travelling with constant velocity 8.4 The motion of particles connected by strings passing over pulleys or pegs 01/03/2018 16:15 Topics start with a short list of the material covered in the topic and each topic will give the underpinning knowledge and skills you need to performwell in your exams. The knowledge section is kept fairly short leaving plenty of space for detailed explanation of examples. Pointers will be given to the theory, examples and questions that will help you understand the thinking behind the steps. You will also be given detailed advice when it is needed. The following features are included in the knowledge and understanding sections: • Grade boosts are tips to help you achieve your best grade by avoiding certain pitfalls which can let students down.